straight-eyed

[US]/[ˈstreɪt ˈaɪd]/
[UK]/[ˈstreɪt ˈaɪd]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

adj.Having eyes that are wide open and appear to be looking directly ahead; not narrowed or squinting.; Frank and open in manner; honest; straightforward.
n.A person who is honest and straightforward.

Phrases & Collocations

straight-eyed gaze

looking straight-eyed

straight-eyed stare

straight-eyed innocence

straight-eyed wonder

straight-eyed child

straight-eyed honesty

straight-eyed look

straight-eyed manner

straight-eyed view

Example Sentences

she looked at him straight-eyed, unfazed by his outburst.

he stared straight-eyed at the approaching train, mesmerized.

the child looked straight-eyed at the magician, full of wonder.

despite the bad news, she remained straight-eyed and composed.

he challenged her, but she met his gaze straight-eyed.

the witness testified, looking straight-eyed at the jury.

the artist painted a portrait of a woman with straight-eyed intensity.

he gave her a straight-eyed look, signaling his disapproval.

she maintained a straight-eyed expression throughout the meeting.

the detective scrutinized the suspect with a straight-eyed gaze.

he watched the sunset, his eyes straight-eyed and full of awe.

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